DallasDMac
Footballguy
So I need an implant. Tooth was crowned but is obviously cracked on the inside as any pressure at all (even chomping a pretzel) causes pain. So it isn't like I think my dentist is trying to rip me off or anything. I definitely feel an implant is the best option.
My issue is the time frame. So, his explanation of the procedure to me was:
Phase 1: Pull the tooth. Fill the hole with amalgam to let the bone heal and regrow. 3 months minimum time to heal.
Phase 2: Set the screw. Let sit another three months to make sure it heals and sets well.
Phase 3: Assuming phase 1 and 2 go ok, have x-rays to measure for the tooth. 2 to 3 weeks for it to be made. Then come back in and have it put in.
Total time, eight months! That just seems really, really excessive and a heck of a long time to go around with a nice missing tooth gap. Is this anywhere near normal? I expected this to be like two months, maybe three at most! Has anyone here had an implant and, if so, what was the total time of the process?
My issue is the time frame. So, his explanation of the procedure to me was:
Phase 1: Pull the tooth. Fill the hole with amalgam to let the bone heal and regrow. 3 months minimum time to heal.
Phase 2: Set the screw. Let sit another three months to make sure it heals and sets well.
Phase 3: Assuming phase 1 and 2 go ok, have x-rays to measure for the tooth. 2 to 3 weeks for it to be made. Then come back in and have it put in.
Total time, eight months! That just seems really, really excessive and a heck of a long time to go around with a nice missing tooth gap. Is this anywhere near normal? I expected this to be like two months, maybe three at most! Has anyone here had an implant and, if so, what was the total time of the process?